Visits from God

Visits from God

TODAY’S SCRIPTURE

"…And God has visited His people [in order to help and care for and provide for them]!" -Luke 7:16, AMP

TODAY’S WORD

Every person has times of visitation from the Lord. These are the times when God distinctly intervenes in our lives to bring us help, direction, care, and provision. He's ordained special times to pour out His love, favor, and blessing. It may be through a person we meet, an unexpected promotion, or supernatural favor so that in a split second we are thrust years ahead. These marked moments in our lives keep us on the course of our destiny.

When you really understand this point, you don't have to be frustrated because things aren't happening as fast as you'd like. You don't have to worry about how things will turn out. All you have to do is stay in faith, knowing that God is directing your steps.

As long as we keep believing, our marked moments are on their way. Don't allow the enemy to steal your joy or distract you by getting you focused in the wrong direction. Remember, God is on your side, and He is leading you and guiding you in the path of victory in every area of your life!

PRAYER FOR TODAY

"Heavenly Father, thank You for Your divine favor and direction on my life. I choose to release my cares today and trust wholeheartedly in You. Teach me to recognize those marked moments so that I can give all the glory and praise to You! In Jesus' Name. Amen."

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Be Enthusiastic About Your Work byRick Warren “Whatever your hand finds to do, do it with all your might.” (Ecclesiastes 9:10a NIV) If you want your work to be blessed by God, the first thing you must do is start working enthusiastically. Enthusiasm is not based on how fun your job is or how much it pays; it’s based on why you do what you do. In fact, the word "enthusiasm" comes from the Greek words “en theos,” which means “in God.” If you want to be enthusiastic about your work, remember these three things: Your work is a test from God. “Whoever can be trusted with very little can also be trusted with much … If you have not been trustworthy with someone else’s property, who will give you property of your own?” (Luke 16:10-12 NIV) God is watching what you do, even when no one else is. “Work hard so God can say to you, ‘Well done.’ Be a good workman, one who does not need to be ashamed when God examines your work” (2 Timothy 2:15 LB). Your attitude determines your joy. “The diligent find freedom in their work; the lazy are oppressed by work” (Proverbs 12:24 MSG). You can’t succeed in life until you change your attitude about the work you are doing right now. Romans 12:11 says, “Never be lazy, but work hard and serve the Lord enthusiastically” (NLT). Talk About It Why do you do the job you have? What motivates you to work hard and well? In what ways can you show enthusiasm about your work?